Finally, my new passport arrived today....

My old one looked nothing like me today, and I was getting tired of being scrutinized every time I needed to show it.

One time, the customs officer called someone else over (supervisor?) for a second look,,,,and more questions.

I was told at a support group once, years ago, not to worry. Custom officials have seen everything and are very aware of people loosing over 100lbs.

But still....the hard stares, questions. Especially when coming into or from out of another country.

Last thing I need is to get pulled aside and stripped searched!

So even though I had many years before the current one expired, I filled out the application and sent in the old one with a new photo (plus a fee)

and my new one came back without a hitch.

So yes...loosing weight is much more than new clothes...it's a new identity with the US State Dept.

(BTW, I have absolutely no fear of ever gaining any weight back as long as the band is there)

Edited December 11, 201411 yr by B-52

That's interesting because when I hand over my drivers license to the TSA agent at the airport, if it's a woman, she always says congratulations......